Abdominal Contusion Treatment

Most abdominal contusions can be treated at home with cold compresses and nonprescription pain medications. The pain and swelling usually resolves within 2-3 days. However, the bruising may take 1-2 weeks to resolve. Severe contusions that involve the underlying abdominal muscles take longer to heal. They may remain swollen for a week, and cause more severe pain that lasts for a couple of weeks.